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A brief look at the Move-Shoot-Move Phone Adapter

Move-Shoot-Move Tridaptor phone holder

The Move-Shoot-Move Tridaptor phone holder is an all-metal holder which is adjustable in three axes. We tested some eyepieces with the holder and discussed some of the criteria you should use when deciding which one of the many phone holders you should choose.

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Hobby killer: what it is and how to avoid it

A hobby killer telescope is one which is really bad. Anyone who gets one will find that it’s too difficult to use, and worse, that astronomy is no fun. Here, we point out how to spot a hobby killer, so you can avoid it. Better, we also tell you what to look out for so your gift will provide a lifetime of enjoyment and learning.

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Kit eyepieces and their upgrades

Most people start out in astronomy with a telescope bundle – that’s the scope, tripod, finderscope and other accessories. It’s just the sensible way to start. Amongst the most important…
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Voyager – Review

My Journey So Far I am an astrophotographer that started looking up with a camera on a Telescope around September 2016, my start on AP was like every other person,…
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    Sky-Watcher NEQ6 pier

    Have you had troubles pointing your telescope at the zenith? It’s especially difficult if you’ve got a long refractor, because the eyepiece or camera end of the refractor can run into one of the tripod legs. You can use a pier extender, but better still, you can use a pier tripod, which has a cental pier from close to the ground. No tripod legs, not obstructions.

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    A caution about USB-C power supplies

    Refractor with MeLE and Pegasus Powerbox Advanced

    USB-C is becoming an industry standard in astrophotography as it can use fewer cables by sharing power and data. However, some components need higher voltages through that USB-C cable. If you plug a 12V cable into a component that needs 5V you can cause damage. Please be careful!

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